Do EVs generate less air pollution than gas cars when factoring in electricity generation from power plants?
Yes because electric vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions. Gas-powered cars, trucks, and SUVs are responsible for 57% of transportation emissions in the US. A typical passenger vehicle emits about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year. In addition to carbon dioxide, cars powered by gasoline produce other greenhouse gases[…]
Are EVs better for the environment?
Absolutely. Over the course of their lifetimes, EVs generate less than half of the greenhouse gas emissions of comparable gasoline-powered vehicles. This includes all of the resources used in manufacturing the vehicle and battery, and powering the vehicle. Additionally, electricity in the U.S. keeps getting cleaner, meaning that these benefits[…]
